I got my September Lip Monthly bag a few days ago. Let’s see what all I got..
Lip Monthly Bag is a beauty subscription bag where you get 4-5 full sized lip products every month, it can be anything related to lips from lip balm, lipstick, lip butter, lip oil, lip scrub, liquid lipstick. Sometimes they add a pigment or eyeshadow too.
What I got:
J.Cat Wonder Lip Paint- $4.99
Starlooks Lip Crayon- $19
NCLA Nail Stickers- $11
Model’s Co Lip Liner- $20
Total Value: $54.99
MRP: $12.95
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I am loving the colors, both the J.Cat Queen of Hearts Lip Paint and Starlooks lilac crayon are super unique and amazing. The Starlooks crayon shade is pretty similar to Aishwarya Rai Cannes lilac shade 😀 J.Cat is a dupe of OCC Lip tars and I can’t wait to try out this shade. It’s perfect for fall.
Even the Model’s Co. Lip liner is perfect for outlining and defining the lips.
How is everyone doing? It has been quite some time since I got the time to sit down and write something up for you gorgeous sweeties! So here I am with a very interesting review—something which is raved by bloggers and vloggers all across the internet, alike! Review for the best selling red lip liner from the house of MAC—Cherry liner!
MAC cherry lip liner is my first and perhaps the most cherished purchase from MAC! Though an impulse one, I can undoubtedly say that this is one shade of red which will suit almost all skin tones across the spectrum—no matter the undertones!
Price: Rs 1400 (prices have been further hiked) for 1.45 grams of product
What MAC has to say about Cherry Lip Liner?
A pencil designed for shaping, lining or filling in the lip. Lip Pencils have a smooth, creamy texture that is perfect for lining the lips or filling them in. They are available in a wide selection of colours that each work well with many different lipstick shades.
Packaging: The lip liner is quite long and 1.45 grams of quantity is quite a lot for a lip pencil. The lip liner comes packed snugly in the trademark black outer covering in which Mac liner’s generally come. The wooden pencil in itself is quite sturdy and the best part is that it is a sharpenable pencil—which means less wastage and more hygiene; plus, crisp lines every time. The cap is a classic, plastic-y shiny black and shuts down tightly, leaving no scope for air to dry out the pencil. Plus, it is tight enough to avoid it from opening in your vanity or makeup bag.
My Experience with Mac Cherry Lip Liner!
Shade: MAC describes Cherry shade as a “vivid bright bluish-red”! And man, could they be any more correct? True to the description, the shade is a very vivid, leaning towards a bright, bluish-red! But what makes cherry different from all other blue based reds is that it is not stark enough to look OTT or odd on Indian skins! It suits warm skins as much as it will suit pink tones or cool toned beauties! I swear this shade is one of the must try from Mac’s range of lip liners.
Texture: Like most of the Mac lip liners, the texture of this one too is a waxy matte which gives a beyond gorgeous matte finish on the lips. Though the lipsticks are waxy and matte in texture, they do not tug or pull even on non-prepped lips and glides on smoothly. The lipstick settles down to a beautiful matte finish and also, does not settle into the fine lines of the lips or accentuate them. The texture is so that it can be worn both alone, as a full blown lipstick (by using it is a liner as well as a filler—the way i generally use it); or as a lip liner, or as a base for your favourite red lipstick. But do try to apply a lip balm or top it off with a clear gloss if you plan to wear it alone as a lipstick, as it can feel a tad bit drying—but nothing unbearable.
Pigmentation: Had this been a lipstick or a pencil with a large bullet, I would have said that “One swipe, and you are all set to go”—but because this is not a lipstick and is technically a pencil—so one swipe can in no possible way be enough to cover up the entire lip. But you get the idea right? The lip pencil is insanely pigmented, and maybe this is why it is always among the best selling pencils in the range. The colour pay-off is enough to cover up even the most pigmented of the lips. And i can say this with experience—no, i do not have pigmented lips, but some of my friends do—and being the only “makeup fanatic” or as they like to call me—“beauty blogger” amongst my friends—i am the makeup artist for them on all special college days! 😀
Line and filled lips with the lip liner, worn all over the lips
Staying Power: Mac definitely leaves no scope for complaints with this exquisite lip liner. Even the staying power of the pencil is such that it left me awestruck. I have, or rather had a habit of licking my lips after applying anything on them, and man, did the colour even budge? But yes, after having oily meals, or meals in general, the corners of the mouth did look a bit smeared, but that is just me seeking perfection with my lips! The overall lip look was quite balanced and looked quite amazing even 5 hours of constant wear. You may need a touch up to brighten up the colour after 4-5 hours of application, but that too if you like your lipsticks to look bright at almost all the time.
Post 5 hours of application
Pros of MAC cherry lip liner:
Long staying
Insanely pigmented
Universally flattering red shade
Does not smudge, smear or bleed
Stays put for a minimum of 4 hours
Waxy-matte pencil
Does not tug on the lips
Creamy-matte application
Matte finish
Can be worn alone or paired up with other lip products
Can be layered with ease
Does not accentuate the fine lines
Does not settle in lip crevices
Sharpenable wooden pencil
Cons of MAC cherry lip liner:
May seem expensive to budget-beauties
Can be a tiny-teeny bit drying after a few hours of application of not topped off with a balm
Technically, i could not think of any cons, i had to list them just for the sake of it!
Rating: 5/5
Would i recommend?
Do i still need to answer this question? It is a big thumbs up from my side! Go buy it and thank me later. And yes, beginners, this includes you too! :*
Editor’s Note: That’s quite a convincing review Ishleen, I am definitely checking this out and trying out next 🙂
Have you tried MAC Cosmetics Cherry Lip Liner yet? Your favourite red lip liner? Do let me know in the comments below.
I got some stuff from Nykaa and Amazon, it’s been a few months though that I recorded this video. I was waiting since a long time to upload it coz it was something or the other coming up in between.
Sorry I forgot to use the mic in the first half, so the focus noise 🙁
Let’s see what all I picked from Nykaa.com
Whisper Sanitary Pad Ultra Clean XL Wings (30S) – Rs. 310 La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Corrective Unclogging Anti Imperfection Care (40ml) – Rs. 1300 Free La Roche-Posay Effaclar Gel Maybelline Color Sensational Pink Alert in POW4 3.9gm – Rs. 425 L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick in Spring Rossette 4.2gm – Rs. 740 (On discount :p) Colorbar Definer Lip Liner in Berry Rose 1.45gm – Rs. 599 Tangle Teezer Compact Styler Detangling Brush- Purple/Black – Rs. 1099 (It’s expensive :o) Hill Fresh Grapefruit Rush Body Wash 200ml – Rs. 199 Oisis Make Me Happy Bath & Shower Gel 300ml – Rs. 249 2 of Bare Essentials Nail Polish Remover Pads – Rs. 198 (99 each) Lux Velvet Touch Moisturizing Body Wash 100ml – Rs. 120 Vega Premium Eyelash Curler – Rs. 99 Fair & Lovely BB Cream 9gm – Rs. 49 Basicare Self Holding Rollers Large (Pack Of 4) – Rs. 200 Neutrogena Deep Clean Facial Cleanser – Rs. 95 Aroma Magic Turmeric Cleanser – Rs. 135 Christine Valmy Val Clean II 50ml – Rs. 195
And coming to Amazon.in, if you have noticed Amazon started with their luxury beauty department where they stock all high end brands. I got a chance to try out the luxury beauty department and this is what I got:
Kama Ayurveda Mridual Soap-Free Facial Cleanser 40g- Rs.295/- Forest Essentials Kashmiri Saffron and Neem Delicate Facial Cleanser 200ml – Rs. 975
I wanted to try these both since a long time but never really went to the store for just 1 product and you know how it is with Forest Essentials, once you go into the store, you want everything and get confused most of the times 😀 I am glad we can buy these Luxury Beauty brands including a few which are not available in India, on Amazon.in now 🙂
I hope you liked my haul, do let me know if you want any specific review first. I will try and use them before, coz there are still a few reviews in line already :/
What is your favourite product? What did you shop recently?
I am late in reviewing the April My Envy Box but here it is..
Read more about My Envy Box HERE and check out all the previous reviews HERE.
This time they have changed a few things in the box. Its a peach colored box, usually they have a pouch in which all the products are, this time there was no pouch and the products were all separate within the box. Also there was only one card this time with information of all 5 products unlike 5 different cards for each, which is good.
MRP: Rs.850/-
Lets take a look at what all I received in the April My Envy Box:
Za True White Exfoliating Clay– A deluxe sample of 30g which is quite good (Full Size Rs.399/- for 100g)
Catrice Longlasting Lip Pencil in Prince Cherry- Full size (Rs.300/-)
Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream 1.5ml small vial (Rs.5700/- for 100ml)
Kama Ayurveda Rejuvenating and Brightening Ayurvedic Night Cream– 2 small jars. I guess they are 5-6g each. (Full size Rs.1195/- for 50g)
Avene VHP Dry Touch Emulsion SPF50+ 5ml (Rs.1250/- for 50ml)
I love the products this time, a full sized makeup product is a perfect addition. The Catrice lip pencil is a very pretty red and would work with so many of my red lipsticks. I like Kama Ayurveda products and looking forward to trying out the night cream which I am glad comes in 2 jars and is a good quantity. The Za True White Exfoliating Clay is a new launch and is exclusively a part of My Envy Box, so again something new to try.
I am already using the Avene Dry Touch Emulsion and love it, so this would go into my travel bag, useful for a 1-2 day short trip. And the Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream smells like a dream indeed, fresh and floral but a bit light though for my taste.
Overall, I am quite happy with this month’s My Envy Box. I hope they continue with this, coz I see such good boxes only once in 3-4 months and not every month unfortunately 🙁
This is my second entry for the Pucker and Pout Contest, featuring Colorbar Lip Liner in Shade 006 Creamy Nude. It is my go-to lipliner, since it is a lovely nude colour, and is pigmented enough to cover the darker bits of my lip around the edges. Here I have topped the lipliner with a colourless lip balm. 🙂
Editor’s Note: This is a perfect MLBB shade..loved the nude..definitely getting this..
Exciting new Lip Liners for those perfectly luscious lips
After a successful launch a few months ago, Lakmé 9 to 5, now adds lip liners to its kitty of office styling products. Providing a longer lasting professional finish for perfectly defined lips, this new addition comes in six subtle shades best suited for daily office wear. The Lakmé 9 to 5 Lip Liners glide smoothly on the lips providing a satiny texture.
Dermatologically approved, these lip liners contain a waterproof, long-lasting formula that gives you luscious looking lips all day long.
Available in six shades: Brick Rose, Beige Pink, Boardroom Brown, Pink Blush, Red Carpet and Fine Wine
Priced at: Rs. 375/-
So make sure your office-styling kit is complete with this new addition in the Lakmé 9to5 range.
What the Company claims: 7″ Lip Liner Pencil by Jordana emphasize the shape of your lips. It is the perfect tool for re-shaping lips or just even out size or fullness. This beautifully precise lip liner stays on for quite some time and prevents lipstick from bleeding.
Jordana’s 7″ Lip Line Pencil comes in various shades. You can match these with your lipstick to give a perfect look to your lips. This slim pencil is easy to use & gives a natural, timeless look to your lips. It is available in .12oz/3.4g.
Best Suitable For:
All types of lips
Tips & Tricks:
Draw the lip liner along the natural line of the lips. Start from the middle to the outer edges. If you want your lips to look small, draw the line slightly inside the natural curve of the lip. If you want your smaller lips look bigger, draw the line just outside of the natural lip at the outer corners. Don’t forget to blend it well.
Shades Available:
Cabernet
Deep Purple
Natural
Nutmeg
Mahagony
Petal
Spice
Toast
Iced Pink
Sexy Mauve
MRP: 0.99$ or Rs. 129/-
The lip liner is in normal pencil form..by 7″ you must have guessed the length of these..they would last quite a long time…easy to sharpen and easy to use.
Sexy Mauve is a pretty everyday berry pink with a little mauve undertone to it. It looks great even on its own or topped with a clear gloss..and works as a base for all pink and nude pink shades.
Pros:
1. Love the color…works with many of my lipsticks.
2. Economically priced.
3. Many shades to choose from.
4. Works good even on its own.
5. Does not bleed.
6. Does not wear off unevenly.
Cons:
1. It may feel a little dry without a lip balm, on its own.
2. Availability is an issue with Jordana.
Other than that I quite like it..and its the only nude pink lip pencil I have for now..I want the Jordana Easyliners next..
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..I quite like this shade.
Other Shades I would like to purchase: From Jordana Easyliners (Retractable) I want to try Rose Blush and Baby Berry.
ok…jus went for shoppin n gt a few thgs i wanted 2 buy frm a long tym….though it burns my pockets everytym 🙁 bt m happy..its ok.. There is this maybelline offer wer u buy above 1000 or 1500 u get a Trousseau Box FREE… So heres my haul n d box…
I got Gel liner,Chai Latte Quad, Unstoppable pencil in Expresso Brown, Vivid n smooth liner in gold n Moss Green…. There were 2 colors for d box..silver n pink…I chose pink coz i loveee pink..:) And i also bought Lakme Glide on eye color in Henna Gold and Jordana Lip Liner in Sexy Mauve….
So loving all of it…. There wer other offers at 350 u get a mirror or small round brush n at 600 a pouch…
